BVA Advancement of Veterinary Science Award (Dalrymple-Champneys Cup and Medal)

Entry criteria: 

You must be a BVA member to be eligible for this award.

In assessing the nominations for this award, the judges may consider: 

  • Significant contributions 
    Work is of substantially high quality and volume to have advanced veterinary science and medicine. Evidence may include the number of papers published in reputable journals 

  • Meaningful impact 
    Evidence of the scale of impact their work has made on the veterinary profession and/or animal welfare, eg the importance of topic and improvements this had led to.  

  • Beyond the science 
    Efforts which go beyond scientific papers, for example to disseminate the knowledge gained from research 

  • Leading role  
    The individual has personally made a tangible impact, demonstrably playing a significant role in their chosen field. This may be demonstrated by instances of being the first named author, or reputation as a leading authority in the field.  
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How will this award be judged? 

Judges will score nominations based on the entry criteria. It is not necessary to evidence all criteria, however this will enable a higher score at judging. Please give as much detail as possible.  

 

2025 nominations are now closed.

2026 nominations will open on 14 January. 

2026 nominations open on 14 January

This established award recognises a BVA member who has helped to advance veterinary science and medicine through research and knowledge sharing.

They have authored outstanding scientific work or undertaken activities which advanced veterinary science and spread their knowledge. Their work has made a meaningful impact and helped to improve understanding of their chosen area of work.